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John Shelly & The Creatures
Having just signed a publishing deal with Big Life Music Ltd (Snow Patrol, The Verve, Badly Drawn Boy), John Shelly & The Creatures' new single "Long May You Reign" is featured in the Discover Northern Ireland TV. JSC will play the Backroom on Friday February 12th 2010. Gig doors open 9:30pm, Tickets €10, Navan. Over 18's Gig, Id Required.
Clive Barnes
One of Ireland's best-kept secrets - but probably not for too much longer - Wexford's Clive Barnes hitches a ride across genres, his genius lap steel guitar playing and hypnotic vocals always making sure that he'll have plenty of company whichever path he chooses. With blues and jazz the starting points for any of his trips, Barnes has found himself praised in the same company as JJ Cale, Ry Cooder and Kelly Joe Phelps, but his gift is so special that you could also compare those other artists to him. Support from Eugene Donegan and Jezzebelle. Gig doors open 9:30pm, Tickets €10. Over 18's Gig, Id Required.
Clive Barnes
Friday 5th March sees Navan & The Backroom host The Chapters!. After the 1st amazing show in the backroom in December!!, this gig is expected to sell extremely fast!!.. The band's sound marries a range of influences, from Rumours-era Fleetwood Mac, Talking Heads, The Cars and The Band, with their own timeless style to create music that transcends musical fashion. Support from Miracle Bell. Gig doors open 9:30pm, Tickets €10 on door. Over 18's Gig, Id Required.
Redtwelve
Friday 12th March sees Irish rockers Redtwelve are hitting the road to promote their debut album 'Mines'. Recorded in their own studio, they have put their heart and soul into an album, which they will be promoting on their tour around the country in 2010. Over the years Redtwelve have taken part in some of the most prestigious music events in ireland and played with some of the top acts on the circuit. From their first ever acoustic gig as support to folk-hero Josh Ritter, to winners of ‘Colleges Band & Song of the Year’, they have shown great diversity in their appeal to fans of different styles of music. They have been finalists in the IMRO Showcase Tour and the O2 New Bands Competition, wowing the crowd at both events. Support from The Whatmans and The Candides. Gig doors open 9:30pm, Tickets €10 on door. Over 18's Gig, Id Required.
Simon Fagan
Tuesday 16th March sees Navans own Simon Fagan release his Debut Album!!.. His debut EP Hired And Fired was released through SiAn Records in early March 2009 with tours in both Ireland and the UK which saw him play over 50 gigs and appear on over 20 radio shows including 9 BBC radio shows. Simon has spent the summer touring throughout Ireland and the UK before returning to the studio with his production collaborator Martin Quinn (Brian Kennedy, Juliet Turner, Turn…). Where they recorded his debut album, due for release in Feb/Mar 2010. Gig doors open 9:30pm, Tickets €10 on door. Over 18's Gig, Id Required.
Declan O'Rourke
Friday 19th March 2010 - Declan O'Rourke plays Navan once again!.. Another amazing sell-out performance expected. Tickets from online via www.e2music.ie. Declan O'Rourke began his career on the Dublin singer-songwriter circuit in 2000. He released his debut album under an independent Irish record label in 2004. Declan's debut album, Since Kaybram, went straight in at fifth position in the Irish charts. It very soon achieved Gold, Platinum and then double-Platinum status. Even now, almost four years after its release, it continues to sell steadily. Support from Saramai & The Swords. Gig doors open 9pm, Tickets €20 available from e2Music Navan & Mullingar or online via BUY DECLAN TICKETS HERE Over 18's Gig, Id Required.
Sex Magik
Thurs 1st April 2010 - Sex Magik are a Chili Peppers tribute band formed by 4 lads from Navan. They chose to represent their idols for the challenge, the enjoyment & the respect they have for the Chilis & their ability to make worldwide hits. After nearly 2 years of mastering the style & sound of the most recognised of Chilis tracks they hit the music scene with their polished set. All the classics such as - Give It Away, Under The Bridge, Californication..accompanied by some old fan favourites like - Sir Pshyco Sexy, Soul 2 Squeeze & Purple Stain. The members of Sex Magik are as goes: Ruairì Coogan (Vocals) Anthony Keidis,Barry Fizgerald(Drums) Chad Smyth, Robbie Fitzgerald(Guitar) John Frusciante, Kevin Mulvy(Bass) Flea, Kevin's a dude, Robbie's a God, Baz is a legend. Ruairì is a waster! Doors 9pm, Adm €10, Over 18's Gig, Id Required.
Codes
CODES PERFORM LIVE IN NAVAN (THE BACKROOM,LANTERN BAR) ON FRIDAY 9TH APRIL 2010…TICKETS WILL BE ONSALE FROM E2 MUSIC, NAVAN… €10 ADM. Codes are an alternative/electronic quartet from Dublin, Ireland. Expansive yet melodic. Powerful yet delicate, their music colours the void between the ambience and longevity of soundtrack music and the energy and immediacy of live music. Support from The Unspecial Guests (a.k.a The Dolldrums) and Henrietta Game. Gig doors open 9:30pm, Tickets €10. Over 18's Gig, Id Required.
Culture Vandals
Friday 23rd April sees a home performance from Culture Vandals. Culture Vandals are determined to become one of the most exciting and energetic live acts at home in Ireland to begin with. They possess a hunger the likes of which has not been seen since the days of Thin Lizzy and later U2. However there are no inflated egos or delusions of grandeur here. They know the road is long and realise the only way of earning audience respect and loyalty is through what some nowadays deem as old fashioned approach of literally taking the show on the road. As Ed Tierney the bands singer has often said "live shows are the bread and butter of any great band". Support from Sanzkrit. Gig doors open 9:30pm, Admission €10. Over 18's Gig, Id Required.